The Berlin Conference: Redrawing Borders, Redefining History
Words: 556 2340In the annals of history, few events have reshaped the world as dramatically as the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885. This gathering of European powers marked the climax of the so-called "Scramble for Africa," a period where the continent's rich tapestry of cultures, communities, and landscapes was carved up into colonies at a table in distant Berlin. The conference's impact was profound, setting the stage for a century marked by colonization, conflict, and, eventually, the quest for independence and self-determination. The […]
